Jakefest 2026: A Celebration of Jake Thackray

Join us in London on Saturday 15th August for Jakefest 2026, an afternoon and evening celebrating the comic, poetic, storytelling genius of Jake Thackray, one of our greatest and most original songwriters.Join us to:meet up with friends old and new
hear Jakes songs
perform Jakes songs
learn how to play Jakes songs
learn about his remarkable life and workProgramme
Afternoon (free and unticketed)
1.30pm doors open2.00pm song circle
A chance to sing Jakes songs in front of a supportive audience. Performance slots must be booked in advance: email Malcy at jakefest@hotmail.com.5.00pm Jake Thackray The Unsung Writer
A discussion of Jake's remarkable life and work featuring special guest Rick Irons (Jakes brother-in-law) and Paul Thompson (co-author of Beware of the Bull - The Enigmatic Genius of Jake Thackray and editor of Jake Thackray The Unsung Writer)6.00pm informal guitar workshop
A chance to share and pick up tips on playing Jakes songs.Evening (ticketed event)
8.00pm concert
Featuring some of our most experienced Thackray performers.Venue
The venue is Jamboree, a bohemian music venue and bar at 6 St Chads Place, London, WC1X 9HH. Jamboree is a short walk from Kings Cross Station. The venue serves food as well as drink and is wheelchair-accessible. For more information, visit www.jamboreevenue.co.uk.If you have any questions, email paul@jakethackray.com.Early booking is recommended. We look forward to seeing you there.